Ask any foreigner what the best place to visit in France is, and you’ll get a long and…


You Si, the Painter that Paints Without a Brush
I had the opportunity to meet with You Si in Shanghai, China at an art gallery event. I was…

High-end Kaiseki kappo-style in Singapore at Yoshiyuki
Last week, I had the immense pleasure of dining in one of Singapore’s most beautiful new restaurants. Yoshiyuki,…

Pantry Basics: How to make semolina pasta at home
This is one of my favourite recipes for homemade pasta because it results in a perfectly al dente…

Friday Food Porn: The original carpaccio, from Harry’s Bar, Venice
I love carpaccio, the raw beef “salad” that has become one of the must-have dishes on all Italian…

Labour of love: Lunch at Kooka Café and a conversation with co-owner Lauren Chambers
Since a colleague introduced me to Kooka Café earlier this year, I’ve made the place my unofficial hideout,…

Lamb tagine – an adaptation of a Moroccan favourite
When I was growing up in my tropical island home of Singapore, I believed that stews were eaten…

A taste of Margaret River, Australia – Fraser Gallop Estate
Australian wine – almost a market synonym for Shiraz from South Australia. Known for its strong flavour, overwhelming…

Okinawan Taco Rice, one of the best fusion dishes ever
Okay… I’ll admit it. I was actually a huge fan of the fusion food movement when it first…